By the way Francois great close-ups but what is that critter in the second photo?
It's an alien that's come to earth to eat our brains
Just kidding...
It's actually a giant water bug. They're probably in the large size critters category. This one makes a whopping 6cm long, that's over 2 inches!
They actually prey on small amphibians and fish that are much bigger than they are.
This one was found in my car's engine compartment... I didn't know my mechanic was scared silly of big insects
He actually told me he wouldn't touch my car if I didn't first remove the bug... I've been keeping it in a plastic box ever since.
I must admit that just looking at it, it freaks me out a bit.